Marked by top-notch service and designed to the hilt, these hotels aren’t just a place to stay; they’re stylish destinations in their own right. Our top five picks—all opened within the last year—are within 330 miles of Atlanta for a chic weekend escape. Read the full list.
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Where to shop, eat, and stay in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Eureka Springs rose to prominence in 1879, when Dr. Alvah Jackson’s promotions of its more than 60 natural springs (“Eureka!”, he reportedly exclaimed after finding the first) helped the city emerge as a popular wellness destination.
One city, three ways: Huntsville, Alabama
Rocket City is soaring. Ask anyone in Huntsville, and they’ll tell you: It’s a different place now than it was just five to 10 years ago.
Behind the curtain of Nashville’s iconic Hatch Show Print
Celene Aubry is the first woman to serve as associate director and manager of Hatch Show Print, Nashville's iconic letterpress print shop, in its 147-year history.
Chef Ming Pu’s ramp and red shrimp dumplings are worth traveling for
Chef Ming Pu isn’t afraid to be a pioneer. His new restaurant, TANA, is the first in Louisville focused on the cuisine of his birthplace.
The Cooper, Charleston’s only waterfront hotel, is a harborside haven
The luxury property is also home to a 7,000-square-foot spa, private infinity pool, and a stellar restaurant.
Duke’s Mayonnaise has been a Southern pantry staple for more than a century
White bread and juicy summer tomatoes never had a better friend than this condiment, crafted in 1917 by Eugenia Duke.
The wild horses of Chincoteague have been swimming to shore for 101 years
This year marks the 101st Chincoteague Pony Crossing, an annual event occurring on the last Wednesday in July, when Saltwater Cowboys—local volunteer firefighters—saddle up to escort the wild ponies and their foals from Assateague Island, Virginia. They swim the channel to Chincoteague Island for a pony auction the following day.
Six things you didn’t know about Arabia Mountain
Though Arabia Mountain is best known for its unmistakable, lunar-like terrain, the crater-speckled mountain has many more stories to tell. The 40,000-acre heritage area...
My South: Comedian Heather McMahan on Oxford, Mississippi
I absolutely pre-judged Mississippi before I got there, but Oxford is truly a perfect little town. They call it the Velvet Ditch because it’s this really comfortable, loving community that, once you fall into, you never want to leave. I agree.
Heavenly Bodies: a photo tour of the South’s most stunning waterways
In this image collection, seven photographers showcase how the waterways of the region connect us, inspire us, and provide endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation.
Follow in the footsteps of George Washington on this Northern Virginia road trip
George Washington spent his life in Virginia. Though military campaigns would take him beyond its borders for more than a combined decade—first as part of the French and Indian War and later during the American Revolution— most of his 67 years saw him surveying, defending, and developing the land of his birth. It’s altogether fitting during this year celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence, that we take to the road across Northern Virginia and follow in the footsteps of the Father of Our Country.
Step back in time at these five legendary Southern taverns
Explore the storied pasts and time-honored recipes of these historic bars, still pouring strong after centuries.
Georgia’s landscape has everything from the rugged Appalachians to granite monadnocks and shady creekside trails. We whittled it down to 12 great hikes, fit for an experienced backpacker, day-tripper, or even an urban crusader (two are ITP!). Discover scenic spots and find out which trail is Georgia’s toughest. Get out there and hike
Where to shop, eat, and stay in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Eureka Springs rose to prominence in 1879, when Dr. Alvah Jackson’s promotions of its more than 60 natural springs (“Eureka!”, he reportedly exclaimed after finding the first) helped the city emerge as a popular wellness destination.
